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Royal Aircraft Factory RE. 8 prototype 7996
Royal Aircraft Factory RE.8 prototype 7996; first flown on 17 June 1916, piloted by Frank Gooden and closely followed by the second prototype 7997 on 5 July 1916. Date: 1916
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© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
Closely Flown Frank Piloted Prototype
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases the Royal Aircraft Factory RE.8 prototype 7996, a groundbreaking aviation innovation from 1916. The RE.8 was designed and built by the Royal Aircraft Factory, a pioneering establishment of the United Kingdom's military aviation sector. The prototype, piloted by the skilled aviator Frank Gooden, took to the skies for the first time on June 17, 1916. The RE.8 was a significant development in the realm of military aviation, featuring a biplane configuration and a powerful Rolls-Royce Eagle VIII engine. Its distinctive appearance, with a large open cockpit and twin-boom tail, set it apart from other aircraft of the era. Just a short time after the maiden flight of prototype 7996, on July 5, 1916, its sister prototype 7997 made its debut, closely following in the footsteps of its predecessor. The RE.8 was intended for use as a reconnaissance and artillery observation aircraft, providing valuable intelligence to ground forces during the First World War. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, capturing the essence of the early days of military aviation and the spirit of innovation that drove the development of the Royal Aircraft Factory RE.8 prototype 7996. With its rich history and enduring significance, this image is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the pioneers who shaped the skies above.
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